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[6gtfour]

well isn't this interesting I was just about to start a thread about exactly what you guys are talking about here

[yarik83]

well isn't this interesting I was just about to start a thread about exactly what you guys are talking about here

Its good that you did not because this was already covered in about 3000 same exact posts

[FORGMANN]

Just bought Black Beams clip from RPM GARAGE.

This post has been edited by FORGMANN: Jun 25, 2024 - 5:02 PM

[block]

NICE! Can't wait for the finished product!

[BonzaiCelica]

your going to keep the superstrut suspension and transfer it over to the project car?? with used trd coilovers?? are you going to get the coilovers rebuilt???

[salv]

LOL did you buy the rear recaro seats off RPM Garage? I put a bid in but I guess you bought it out!?

Nice builds man looking forward to the end results

[FORGMANN]

Trd coilovers are easy to rebuild as basically
it is a kyb insert inside that is why chose over
Tein ,etc...

Yes i will be using superstrut and every other
bolt on clip.

No didnt offically buy backseat. He wont budge under
300 and paid way less for last one. He might of pulled
and put with my container

[CoreyST]

I was just looking into getting a GT4 from canada over here. I've found two that Ica nget a hold of, I jsut gotta check with local DMV to see what I can do about getting it titled and such.

Can't wait to see the beams swap.

[BonzaiCelica]

Trd coilovers are easy to rebuild as basically
it is a kyb insert inside that is why chose over
Tein ,etc...

Yes i will be using superstrut and every other
bolt on clip.

No didnt offically buy backseat. He wont budge under
300 and paid way less for last one. He might of pulled
and put with my container

naw man no freagin way is it a regular KYB GR-2 Strut Cartridge. I called the toyota dealer who deals with Jap TRD parts and he said it would be $350 or so a cartridge, so you know that they are not just any kyb shocks cartridges

[blackthunder]

man all this talk about importing and such yet sadly never any concrete info. I'm just chillin here in Japan with my BEAMS itching to go back to the states with no good leads on how to make it happen. I guess It is a little different bringing a running car back and not a clip or parts car >.<

[azian_advanced]

Trd coilovers are easy to rebuild as basically
it is a kyb insert inside that is why chose over
Tein ,etc...

Yes i will be using superstrut and every other
bolt on clip.

No didnt offically buy backseat. He wont budge under
300 and paid way less for last one. He might of pulled
and put with my container

naw man no freagin way is it a regular KYB GR-2 Strut Cartridge. I called the toyota dealer who deals with Jap TRD parts and he said it would be $350 or so a cartridge, so you know that they are not just any kyb shocks cartridges

KGB makes a lot of different types of shocks, not just GR2's.

[BonzaiCelica]

Trd coilovers are easy to rebuild as basically
it is a kyb insert inside that is why chose over
Tein ,etc...

Yes i will be using superstrut and every other
bolt on clip.

No didnt offically buy backseat. He wont budge under
300 and paid way less for last one. He might of pulled
and put with my container

naw man no freagin way is it a regular KYB GR-2 Strut Cartridge. I called the toyota dealer who deals with Jap TRD parts and he said it would be $350 or so a cartridge, so you know that they are not just any kyb shocks cartridges

KGB makes a lot of different types of shocks, not just GR2's.

ok then mr. tell me which ones will exactly fit the trd coilovers with near same spec damping for the front and rear kyb cartridges??

Stock TRD Cartridge specs

Fronts: 3136/1049N
Rear: 1793/598N

[Lil-Joe101]

I drive a JDM celica here in Texas, no issues. Insured, inspected, ready to rock.

[blackthunder]

I drive a JDM celica here in Texas, no issues. Insured, inspected, ready to rock.

that's the biggest one, gettting it registered, grats on getting it done! no issues with getting a VIN and all that I take it? nice! *sigh* I hope Oregon is as lax...

[FORGMANN]

Like i always say biggest issue is getting into country then many ways to title and register
Been importing parts for almost 20yrs so seen and heard all kinds of stories..

As far as KYB i am not hardcore about getting exact same insert and besides it will be
overpriced anyway. I will get around to looking into but priority is building car(s) first.
I am sure KYB japan has a similar part for cheaper than rebranded TRD stuff. I have
Superstrut,strut and mr2 TRD coilovers all in need of inserts so will need my attention
just not right now

I just sent my last mr2 parts car (#7) to scrap and now room for celica and will be
stripping down this week. Progress on one car at least..


ANY COMMENTS ON IMPORTING PLEASE FIND APPROPRIATE THREAD THRU SEARCH ..

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[blackthunder]

ANY COMMENTS ON IMPORTING PLEASE FIND APPROPRIATE THREAD THRU SEARCH ..THANKS!

I've searched, don't worry and I wasn't trying to hijack your thread, my bad

It sounded like you had a great steal of the set for only 38 till I saw how much you paid for shipping, ouch! At least they will look good though and I will be interested in seeing how your car turns out, keep it up man.

[96ST206]

I love the 2 RHD cars idea. I had 2 before it was nice to have them both. I know I'll prob get flamed but I've searched and searched, and I thought you couldn't tow a car across the US/CAN border without customs paperwork.

[FORGMANN]

Ok time for the old man to update this thread.

Bought a GT from fellow member from VA
This car will become SS-3 project ..

Couldn't wait so added parts had sitting around.
Recaro SR3 confetti seats with Toyota Recaro rails for ST20#
Rear jdm cargo tray
jdm tails
rear strut brace
TRD front strut brace
special edition car mats
trd short shifter
SSIII red stitching wheel and shift knob
TRD coilovers
5zigen 18x8.5 245/40r18 Nittos (NOT RUBBING AT ALL)
96+ bumper(not installed)
complete SSIII 6pc side skirts ( shipped from japan,not on yet)
TRD spoiler (real no fake parts on my cars)
Ton more to come










This post has been edited by FORGMANN: Jun 23, 2011 - 7:03 PM

[FORGMANN]

Clip finally shipping in next 2 weeks with a load of other parts.They be available for sale in late August

Just got in SS TRD coilovers that need a tear down

Just got in complete interior parts from TRD SPORTS CURREN
These were special Currens with TRD kits and interior trims

TRD radio trim, Non airbag Momo TRD wheel,TRD shift knob, TRD sports badge (these parts are going in st205 as has no bags)

So right now expect for wheels and few other bits the st205 and SSIII with be almost identical when complete

Truckload more rare parts are on the way for both cars..






This post has been edited by FORGMANN: Jun 23, 2011 - 7:13 PM

[FORGMANN]

i also collect celica books

This post has been edited by FORGMANN: Jun 25, 2024 - 5:04 PM